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Shea Butter FC

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Two Black women’s perspectives on soccer, football and everything in between, delivering content with soul and seasoning that will moisturize your skin, lay your edges, and deepen your love for all things Black women.
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Black Rosie Media has partnered with Shea Butter FC to play select episodes on Black Rosie Media platforms. We are pleased to introduce you to Skye (@skyfyefutbol) and Sylvs (@southernsylvs), hosts of a weekly podcast that covers the week in women’s soccer from the lens of two Black women who love and understand the sport. Shea Butter FC also strives to bring Black American culture to soccer in the United States and embrace all cultures of the Diaspora in the beautiful game. Some highlights ...
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Episode 108 : Watch The Throne, Track Number Three! ft Talldre Latavious and Coach Courtney Thee Stats (Part 1 of the Diaspora United Chop Up) Welcome to Episode 108 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs chop it up with Deacon Skyscraper Andre’ Latavious and Coach Courtney Thee Stats o…
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The NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup is upon us and oh would ya look at that our friends at Our Futbol Pod just announced their new platforms and celebrated 150 episodes! So Courtney & André invited one of the cohosts, Amelia Lopez, onto the pod to give us everything we need to know about the six Liga MX Femenil sides in the tournament. We go grou…
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Courtney & André are back to review the USWNT's two matches before flying off to Paris. Courtney saw concerning things in the match against Mexico, and André saw concerning things in the match against Costa Rica. We discuss the trends that have us #shooketh, and what can be done about them. It's not all bad though, S.O.S. scored the only goal acros…
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Courtney & André are joined by Sylvs (a.k.a. Shea) of Shea Butter FC for a mini crossover to preview the Olympics!Part 1 on She Butter FC's feed is our breakdown of the USWNT's roster, so we start off by analyzing Brazil, Canada, Japan and Australia's squads.Then we preview each group by asking which is actually the dreaded Group of Death, discuss …
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Shea Butter FC Bonus Episode: Shea Butter Rewind Therapy Vol 4 - Sitting on Top of The World with My Friends - A TSTv7 2024 Review Welcome to this Bonus Episode of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer! In this Episode, SkyE drops volume four of the cultural series called Shea Butter Rewind Therapy, where people across t…
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We hit the midpoint of the NWSL season so Courtney & André decided it was time for a vibe check! First, though, we previewed the NWSL Summer Cup cause we're both kinda hype about it. We predict winners, and why it's an important competition for the two leagues to continue playing one another. Then we vibe check all NWSL teams. If they're ballin, we…
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Shea Butter FC Bonus Episode: Shea Butter Rewind Therapy Vol 3 - KC Baby Back Ribs! Welcome to this Bonus Episode of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer! In this Episode, SkyE drops volume three cultural series called Shea Butter Rewind Therapy, where people across the soccer space come together to relive their game da…
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Courtney & André review key moments over the NWSL weekend, including Soph Smith entering NWSL shithousing lore, Liz Ball hitting an DIME, Syd Leroux's ancestral assist, and Christen Press joining team training after 730 days. Then we shift our focus to international football to talk about Argentina women's players leaving camp and reporting poor tr…
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SBFC Bonus - Shea Butter Rewind Therapy Vol 2 - New York Chillin Jersey Chillin , What More Can I Say? F*** LA, but We are Family with Pride! Welcome to this Bonus Episode of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer! In this Episode, SkyE drops volume 2 cultural series called Shea Butter Rewind Therapy, where people across …
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With Sister Emma's first callup, training camp and matches before she must name her USWNT Olympic squad, we decided we needed another crossover! In this episode we look at each position group and discuss who's on the bubble, who might've played their way into contention, and who might've played their way out. We ask 'Where the yung GKs at?', 'Will …
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Episode 107 : That Freedom Talk or Breaking Down Sister Emma's Second Dub ft Talldre Latavious and Coach Courtney Thee Stats (Part 1 of the Diaspora United Chop Up) Welcome to Episode 107 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs chop it up with Deacon Skyscraper Andre’ Latavious and Coach…
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Moments after Sister Emma picked up her first dub in her first official game, Courtney & André hopped on the mics. We talk about the starting XI, Mallory Swanson being great, base formations versus in- and out-of-possession formations, why the two styles of goals were notable, plus our wants for the second matchup with South Korea. Please subscribe…
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Shea Butter FC Bonus Episode: Shea Butter Rewind Therapy Vol 1 - Put the Ball in the Net! Or Revisiting The Grit and Grind FC Battle Royale Welcome to this Bonus Episode of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer! In this Episode, SkyE launches a new cultural series called Shea Butter Rewind Therapy, where people across th…
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Fresh off hoisting her fifth consecutive WSL title and 16th Chelsea trophy overall, the Sister Emma USWNT era has now officially begun with a roster drop ahead of two June friendlies versus South Korea. Courtney & André hop on the mics with 1/2 of Shea Butter FC, Skye, to discuss the drop. We get into each position group, why we're hype or have que…
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Episode 106: Breakdown the NWSL Chaos from Sky High ft Coach Statue of Liberty and Wemby-Lagui or Diaspora United 1.5 Crossover with SkyE Welcome to Episode 106 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this Episode, while Sylvs is celebrating her Birthday by exploring Europe, SkyE connects with the Tall Ones of Diasp…
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Episode 105: Stoppage Time, Stop That! Welcome to Episode 105 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs check in with three things they’ve seen in the NWSL, and three things they think they’ll see the rest of the season. Then, they give your the superlatives and their early picks for ROTY …
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It's been a minute so Courtney & André power through loads of woso news. We start with a sad addition to the sick & shut-in list, then talk about the Women's Club World Cup, Brazil's 2027 World Cup bid, and FIFA threatening to suspend Zambia. Then we move to the NWSL to spotlight Orlando de Janeiro, and discuss how there's a lot more happening down…
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SBFC Episode 104: They Not Like U.S.! ft Stop Playing Out the BACK! Welcome to Episode 104 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs discuss UWCL and the WSL last round of games as the league’s season comes to a close, the latest midweek and NWSL matches, the beefing vibes with the struggl…
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Courtney & André review the shambolic shenanigans at Stamford Bridge. Courtney was in London to see the heist in person, and gives her eyewitness account. We talk about how frustrating it was that a ref ruined the most intriguing 150 minutes of football all season. Then we update the NWSL weekend that was, including Barbra Banda reintroducing herse…
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Episode 103: Run The Fcking Go-Route Welcome to Episode 103 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs discuss the SheBelieves Cup in Atlanta and the fallout from Korbin Albert’s social media, then (at the 1 Hour 19 min mark) we talk about the NWSL through the first six match days, next (at…
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The woso was woso'ing, the league was league'ing, and the UWCL was UWCLing, and Courtney & André review it all.We start with a quick Euro trip to discuss a historic day in the UWCL, then we talk about Bunny Shaw's foot injury and what might be next for Gareth Taylor, and Bunneh (😈).Then we hop to the NWSL to discuss week 5, including the Diaspora U…
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Courtney & André get straight into the news of María Sánchez requesting a trade, why she may want out of Houston, and a few places we think she'd cook. Then we look at the mess in Portland, Mike Norris' reassignment, and their reported global search for a coach. Then we get into the IG fallout from the FA Cup semifinal where Millie Turner decided t…
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Courtney & André break down the USWNT's 2-1 comeback win over Japan. We discuss the opening goal, what led to it, and the funny reaction in the stadium. Then we talk about how important the USWNT rediscovering their high press was to neutralizing a very dangerous opponent. We also spotlight Mallory Swanson, Sam Coffey and Jaedyn Shaw. Plus we revie…
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Episode 102: Choppin It Up with Shea Butter FC x FTCUTD and Footie Mob in Atlanta What's good squad? This episode of Shea Butter FC features audio from our live recording in Atlanta featuring Skye and Sylvs, Greggo and Coach Tony of For The Culture United and Footie Mob legend Curtis Jenkins and Vera Zeigler. This episode features a deep dive into …
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Courtney & André discuss the hateful and harmful posts shared by Korbin Albert, the legacy of the USWNT, Megan Rapinoe's response, and what was missing from her apology. Then we shift to talk about our expectations from each team at SheBelieves. We look at some interesting roster decisions across the four teams, and what to look for from each on th…
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Episode 101: Shoutout to All My DEIs, We’ll See You In Atlanta! Welcome to Episode 101 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs discuss the first two weeks of the NWSL and talk about how we’re feeling about each team. Then, you will hear player interviews from the Gold Cup W Final and the…
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The USWNT squad for the upcoming SheBelieves tournament dropped and it is some serious footballing business. Courtney & André talk about the return of Cat and Mal, and what it means that 16-year-old Lily Yohannes accepted her first USWNT senior callup. Then we do an NWSL Vibe Check to discuss every team, what they've looked like so far, what they m…
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The NWSL season is gonna be in your heads soon so Courtney & André previewed each and every team. Across two episodes we'll give you each team's key losses and additions, vibes, and what we expect from them throughout the year. In this episode we cover Washington Spirit, Rahsing Louisville, Houston Dash, Kansas City Current, Chicago Red Stars, Bay …
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The NWSL season is gonna be in your heads soon so Courtney & André previewed each and every team. Across two episodes we'll give you each team's key losses and additions, vibes, and what we expect from them throughout the year. In this episode we cover San Diego Wavé, Portland Thorns, North Carolina Courage, Seattle Reign, Angel City, Gotham, and O…
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Courtney & André review the W Gold Cup Final between the USWNT and Brazil. On paper the match promised chaos, instead we got a scrappy, disjointed game that could've been better if either team made better decisions. We discuss the problem with the USWNT attack, and Brazil having their worst match of the tournament. Then we talk about the tournament…
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Courtney & André ask how much Concacaf is too much Concacaf? But before that, they review Brazil's impressive and saucy 3-0 win over Mexico. They discuss the red card, the goals, and where Mexico went wrong even before the sending off. Then they talk about the extremely dangerous and unfun conditions the USWNT & Canada were forced to play in. We di…
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SBFC Bonus Episode: Gold Cup W Quarter-Finals Recap and Mixed Zone Interviews Welcome to a bonus episode of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs are in the streets for the Gold Cup W quarterfinals at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles. Skye and Sylvs give a mini recap of what they saw during all…
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Courtney & André review the quarterfinal round of the greatest tournament that has ever existed – the W Gold Cup – and preview Wednesday's upcoming semifinals. We check on Canada's sudden shooting woes, Brazil doin' it without their regulars, Mexico still learning, and the battle that was the USWNT vs. Colombia (which didn't need to be). And of cou…
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Episode 99: I Got 99 Problems but CONCACAF Ain't One Welcome to Episode 99 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs are in the streets for the Gold Cup W covering Match Days Two and Three held in Carson and San Diego. Skye and Sylvs give a mini recap of what they saw and felt after watchi…
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ISSA TWO POD WEEK! Now that the W Gold Cup group stages are over Courtney & André hopped back on the mics to talk about Concacaf chaos and the drawing of lots/twirling around of two clear orbs that completed the draw. Then we get into previewing this weekend's matches, and how Twila Kilgore's approach to the Mexico match left her and the team in a …
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The vibes were improving, until they weren't. Courtney & André review the USWNT's 2-0 loss to Mexico by hoping certain USSF folk have learned to respect Liga MX Femenil. Then we focus on the USWNT and what went wrong (hint: everything). From the starting XI to the halftime subs to the woeful tactical instructions and a lack of leadership in a tough…
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Episode Bonus TWO: Concacaf W Gold Cup 2024 Group Stage in LA Day One - Mexico vs Argentina & USA vs Dominican Republic Recap Welcome to a bonus episode of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs are in the streets for the Gold Cup W covering Day One of the Group Stage Games held in Carson …
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Episode Bonus : CONCACAF Gold Cup W 2024 Preliminaries and USWNT Media Day Welcome to a bonus Episode of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs are in the streets for the Gold Cup W with interviews during the USWNT Media Day and Preliminary Games of the tournament. Interviews include membe…
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Courtney & André had a LOT to discuss! The W Gold Cup is kicking off soon so we talk about the newness of tournament and how it's constructed, and discuss the USWNT, Colombia and Mexico. Then We talk about the new Division 1 women's football league kicking off in August, USL Super League. We talk about what we expect from the league, some of its ch…
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Episode 98: To Be Young, Gifted and Black Bonus Washington Spirit 2024 Preseason Media Day Interviews with Trinity Rodman, Croix Bethune, and Casey Kruger Welcome to episode 98 Bonus Episode of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs share mini interviews with Trinity Rodman, Croix Bethune …
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Courtney & André start off discussing the USWNT's Gold Cup squad. We got the Happy Black History Month forward line, plus Mal Swanson is back but on the training squad. We also ask if the midfield as constructed has the capacity or the facilities to functionally midfield.Then we get into Lindsey Horan's very weird interview in The Athletic (and rep…
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Episode 98: To Be Young, Gifted and Black Welcome to episode 98 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. In this episode, Skye and Sylvs discuss the NWSL preseason, share mini interviews with Trinity Rodman, Croix Bethune and Casey Kruger from Washington Spirits's Media Day, talk about the Gold Cup W roster, that interv…
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Courtney & André talk about how you're never not just a baby, the absolute bonkersness of Group C, Lily Yohannes ballin, Big Fish scorin, and ask what happened to the Frauen Bundesliga. Then we recap some major moves in the NWSL. Deyna Castellanos was finally announced by Bay FC and we're HYPE! We also break down Messiah Bright's move to Angel City…
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Courtney & André hop on the mics cause there is a LOT to talk about! Courtney catches us up on some bonkersness in English woso, then we dive into the UWCL to try to make sense of Group C, shout about Katoto and Nnadozie, and André talks about why Emma Hayes needs to call Lily Yohannes on day one hour one. After that they get into the NWSL, includi…
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Episode 97 : SBFC in the Anaheim Streets - Shea Butter Throw Downs with the Black Soccer Coaches Community Welcome to episode 97 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. This episode features exclusive coverage from Day Two on Media Row at the 2024 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Anaheim, California. During this spe…
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Episode 96 : SBFC in the Anaheim Streets - Staci WIlson, Michelle McCaw & Kristine Alicia Welcome to episode 96 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. This episode features exclusive coverage from Day Three on Media Row at the 2024 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Anaheim, California. During this special episode Sk…
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Episode 95 : SBFC in the Anaheim Streets with Saskia Webber Welcome to episode 95 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. This episode features exclusive coverage from Day Three on Media Row at the 2024 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Anaheim, California. During this special episode Skye and Sylvs chop it up the US…
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Episode 94: SBFC After Dark in the Anaheim Streets - NWSL 2024 Draft Edition Welcome to episode 94 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. The first part of this episode features exclusive coverage from the 2024 NWSL Draft in Anaheim,California . The second part of this episode features audio from the NWSL Draft Mixzon…
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Episode 93: SBFC in the Anaheim Streets - Day One of the 2024 United Soccer Coaches Convention Welcome to episode 93 of Shea Butter FC, a podcast by, for and about Black women in soccer. This episode features exclusive coverage from Day One on Media Row at the 2024 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Anaheim, California. Our first interview feature…
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Courtney & André start off with some NWSL Draft chatter and spotlight a few melanated ballers to keep an eye on (including a potential Rose Lavelle 2.0 👀👀). Then they end up discussing the merits of the draft, and what it could look like if/when the draft is finally abolished. Then they get into a deluge of NWSL news that can't stop won't stop. Got…
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